Committed to making archaeology accessible to all.
Thanks to our generous sponsors, ARI has been able to improve accessibility and equability throughout our educational programs, student interactions, employment, public engagement, and volunteer opportunities.
Help us preserve our shared cultural heritage as a sponsor of history and community enrichment
Committed to our goals in 2023, ARI outlined a strategy to help focus and lead our organization. With a total of 18 strategic goals in 2023, we prioritized and strategized how we would accomplish our goals through innovation and community collaboration, and through leadership and team work. By 2025, we want everyone in a 25 mile radius to know we preserve archaeological sites, we are here for the public, and we are committed to collaborative environmental stewardship in the region.
- 13-22 mile market saturation plan
- Securing and diversifying funding
- Growing our membership
program - Increasing public accessibility to research and findings
- Cultivating a culture of learning among similar organizations
Ways to Give
Membership
Join ARI as a committed annual member and show your support. By becoming a member, you help us uphold our mission and ensure that our programming and events remain accessible to everyone.
Sponsorship
We highly encourage community-oriented businesses that prioritize the preservation of cultural heritage to consider sponsoring one of our events, programs, projects, or becoming an annual member.
Annual Fundraisers
Every year, ARI organizes its annual fundraising events with the goal of backing our mission, spreading awareness about it to the community, and enjoying ourselves for the cause we deeply care about.
Designated Funds
Make a difference by providing direct donations to ARI and choose the specific area that captures your interest! We offer a range of projects, funds, and campaigns that are in need of your valuable support.
Legacy Gifts
Tribute Gifts
You have the opportunity to pay tribute to a special individual by contributing to any of our designated funds.
Endowments
Endowment funds play a crucial role in sustaining ARI's mission to safeguard archaeological sites by providing a dependable stream of annual income. These funds not only support ...
Workplace Giving & Matching
Workplace Giving and Matching programs allow businesses to support Archaeological Research Institute (ARI) in preserving archaeological sites and cultural heritage.
Help us Grow
Imagine a future where history comes to life, where ancient civilizations are not merely pages in textbooks, but immersive experiences that transport us through time. At ARI, we are on a mission to create that future, and we need your generous support to make it a reality.
We are thrilled to announce our ambitious $5 million campaign to build ARI Basecamp 2.0, a groundbreaking facility, located in Lawrenceburg, IN, that will revolutionize the field of public archaeology in the region. With your contribution, we will construct a state-of-the-art building that will serve as the epicenter of archaeological exploration, research, and community engagement.
Interested in other ways to give? Check out more options below.
Kroger Rewards
ARI is now a member of the Kroger Community Rewards Program. We are so grateful to Kroger for their generosity!
Amazon Wishlist
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Donate by Mail
ATTN: Department of Development
424 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Donate by Phone
812-290-2966
Contact Us via Email
donate@exploreARI.org